Trade Compliance Officer

AeroVironment

103d • $109,714 - $155,400

About The Position

Under the direction of the Trade Compliance Leadership, the primary responsibility of the Trade Compliance Officer is to be a strong individual contributor to the AeroVironment organization. Responsible for performing the day to day activities required to operate a fully effective export compliance program to ensure company compliance with US regulatory and internal policy requirements relating to export licensing, exemption usage, export training and recordkeeping.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, International Trade, Law or related field, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 12+ years of overall export administration experience with an aerospace firm, defense contractor or government entity.
• Experienced in dealing with U.S. Government entities (e.g., DOD, Department of Commerce), international customers or international brokers/freight forwarders.
• Experienced in working with outside Trade Compliance consultants.

Nice To Haves

• Expert understanding of DECCS and SNAPR Systems, and license applications.
• Expert knowledge of International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and applicable International regulation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with direct involvement in writing and implementing trade compliance policies and procedures.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and manage export license applications (DSP-5, DSP-73, DSP-61, TAA, MLA, etc.) and manage license and agreements.
• Prepare and submit requests for Commodity Jurisdictions, advisory opinions and general correspondence.
• Ensure that AV is fully compliant with all Trade Compliance Laws and Regulations.
• Assist in maintaining accurate product Export and Import classifications, ECCN, ITAR category, HTS and Schedule B codes.
• Work with outside Trade Compliance consultants and legal counsel as directed by the TC Leadership.
• Maintain excellent Trade Compliance records in full compliance with USG Export Regulations.
• Attend and participate in the AV Export Compliance Council monthly meetings.
• Maintain an active role on export shipments and develop a close working relationship with the shipping department.
• Participate in Export Training curriculum development and presentation.
• Maintain TC processes and procedures and train company employees.
• Identify improvement opportunities and provide guidance to AV Sr. management for solutions.
• Provide expert guidance to the Int’l BD and PM organizations in their pursuits of capturing and performing on new business for AV.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K with company matching.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Paid holiday shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree